1890s Japanned Paste Bow Buckles, Pair circulated Weight: 75

Weight: 75

ILGWU (International Ladies Garment Workers Union)

and lining attachment - an extraordinary feature for a rayon kimono of this era

this pendant showcases the artistry of previously banned Chinese artisans

1890s Japanned Paste Bow Buckles, Pair circulated Weight: 75Two lovely bow motif mourning slide buckles from the late Victorian period. The mountings are Japanned with a flat satin, black to almost gunmetal tone finish. This technique, originating in Japan, India, and China, involves coating metal with a shiny black or dark gray lacquer. It was popular in Victorian mourning jewelry after Queen Victoria went into mourning for Prince Albert. Victorians used symbols to express sentiment, as emoting was considered